Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I am a woman, and I am 35 years old. I am generally in good health. Recently, when I had sex with my partner, I didn't wear a condom, but it was just three days after my period. I would like to ask, in this situation, should I take emergency contraception? If I take birth control pills long-term, will it affect my health?Doctor's answer:
From your description, it seems you had sexual intercourse three days after your menstrual period with your partner, and no contraceptive measures were used at the time. Generally, at this point, your body would not experience menopause again, and you would have a relatively safe period. Intercourse at this time would not likely result in pregnancy, so in most cases, there is no need to take emergency contraception. However, let me say this as well: this is not an absolute guarantee that it is 100% certain. I am telling you this, but whether you choose to take it is up to you to decide. This contraceptive pill contains hormones, so it is best to avoid long-term oral use, as it may lead to adverse consequences such as endocrine disorders and menstrual irregularities.